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Question??? With all respect.
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Smoothoperator
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Honestly I think your comment is just what it is "Disrespectful". That's the most twisted reasoning I've ever heard. My husband rides one of the fastest bikes out there and he's darn good at it, however, he saw the logic in me riding a trike in oppose to a 2 wheel bike primarily because of the high(er) risk factor.. Duh, 2 wheels vs. 3 wheels which would be logically safetest, but still getting the same outside adrenaline rush experience - you do the math. I do think you're being disrepectul and fecitious with that comment. Your preference is your preference but don't knock someone elses preference. I feel a lot of negative comments regarding the spyder, such as this one, stem from jealous people, not being able to afford the spyder, so they knock those who can. So please take your negative comments to another board, this is not the place for it. GO SPYDER!!!!!:yes:
pslawing
GOS member (Girls On Spyders)
We've had 5 Harley's living at our house over the years. My husband has the latest, new Road King. I have always been intrigued by the spyder since they came out, but I didn't like the sport bike riding position. When the RT came out, I was hooked. Have you rode one??? The test ride was the most fun I'd ever had on a bike. Now that I have my spyder. We both ride me and my spyder and him and his Harley! We're having the time of our lives!
Lamonster
SpyderLovers Founder
Just got back and saw some of the comments here and it makes me sad and a little angry. This guy was respectful in his post so why not show him the same respect. When you come back with some of the comments I've read here you're just asking for a confrontational response. I hope you would consider editing or deleting those comments.
nojoke
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Bob Denman
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:agree: Why can't we give the guy a little room to ask his questions? :dontknow: He's already stated that someday he'll be on a trike...
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oldgoat
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Kinderhook
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3 wheels
I hear people arguing over Ford trucks vs. GM trucks vs. Ram trucks vs. Toyota trucks etc. Some people buy a Corvette, others Prius. Some people buy Goldwings, others BMW, others Yamaha. Me, I looked at two wheels and the safety features in a Spyder and bought a Spyder. If I had chosen a two wheeler, it would have been a Honda or BMW. You don't get why someone would buy a 3 wheeler, I don't get why people are so in love with Harleys; heavy old-fashioned engineering, noisy, vibrating machines not to mention the goofy clothing Harley riders seem to love. My point? There are lots of opinions out there and little to place one above the other, my own included. If you don't like trikes or three wheelers, don't buy one! If you think Harley's are the greatest invention since sliced bread, buy one! Just don't suffer under the ilusion that your choice is any better than anyone else's or that somehow riding a machine with a cult like following and little else going for it somehow makes you superior. Many people got over the Ford vs. Chevy debate after high school (or after Toyota and Honda humbled them both and forced new thinking). It's really not relevant whether you "get it" or not since you are probably never going to be a BRP customer, so who cares?
I hear people arguing over Ford trucks vs. GM trucks vs. Ram trucks vs. Toyota trucks etc. Some people buy a Corvette, others Prius. Some people buy Goldwings, others BMW, others Yamaha. Me, I looked at two wheels and the safety features in a Spyder and bought a Spyder. If I had chosen a two wheeler, it would have been a Honda or BMW. You don't get why someone would buy a 3 wheeler, I don't get why people are so in love with Harleys; heavy old-fashioned engineering, noisy, vibrating machines not to mention the goofy clothing Harley riders seem to love. My point? There are lots of opinions out there and little to place one above the other, my own included. If you don't like trikes or three wheelers, don't buy one! If you think Harley's are the greatest invention since sliced bread, buy one! Just don't suffer under the ilusion that your choice is any better than anyone else's or that somehow riding a machine with a cult like following and little else going for it somehow makes you superior. Many people got over the Ford vs. Chevy debate after high school (or after Toyota and Honda humbled them both and forced new thinking). It's really not relevant whether you "get it" or not since you are probably never going to be a BRP customer, so who cares?
S
spydee owner
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I participated in a fundraiser ride for prostate cancer in June.
At the end of the ride, I parked the spyder in the shade beside two harleys (roadkings).
When I talk to someone else -even if I am not keen on what they are riding - I never insult them.
This roadking owner came over and said "when I see these spyders on the road, I ask myself WHY?" I could have asked him why he has streamers all over his bike. If people took the same opinion he had toward my spyder when a Harley was basically a bicyle with an engine, he would not have his roadking today.
Many of these Harley owners are so into the Harley image that they seem to have blinders on when it comes to seeing another riders perspective.
I have owned motorcycles before, and may again, but I have to say the spyder is just downright fun to ride. When you sit on it and look down at the side pods it looks like your riding a cross between a formula one car and a rocket.
I also agree with arntufun, this guy with the Harley said he was being respectful, but every word in his post was insulting especially to anyone with a disability. This guy is most likely a troll and should be blocked! He deserved every negative response he got.
At the end of the ride, I parked the spyder in the shade beside two harleys (roadkings).
When I talk to someone else -even if I am not keen on what they are riding - I never insult them.
This roadking owner came over and said "when I see these spyders on the road, I ask myself WHY?" I could have asked him why he has streamers all over his bike. If people took the same opinion he had toward my spyder when a Harley was basically a bicyle with an engine, he would not have his roadking today.
Many of these Harley owners are so into the Harley image that they seem to have blinders on when it comes to seeing another riders perspective.
I have owned motorcycles before, and may again, but I have to say the spyder is just downright fun to ride. When you sit on it and look down at the side pods it looks like your riding a cross between a formula one car and a rocket.
I also agree with arntufun, this guy with the Harley said he was being respectful, but every word in his post was insulting especially to anyone with a disability. This guy is most likely a troll and should be blocked! He deserved every negative response he got.
wyliec
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TuckMiddle
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"I really love this bike and if I didn't, I wouldn't be riding it."
After 3 back operations and lots of arthritis and a right shoulder and hip falling apart, I decided I needed a trike instead of a HD Road Glide, Dynx FXDX, Helix scooter and 4 other old Hondas. Sold all but the Helix and Honda Magna and Road Glide over a 6 month period. I was going to trike the RoadGlide, but HD and GW trikes, in my humble opinion, don't begin to have the handling qualities and some of the features of a Spyder and are more expensive. Why is that, you ask? Because they can!!!! One ride on my RT - yea, they let me ride a new shiny, out of the box, never molested Red RT - and I bought it. I'm a HOG through 2012, so I ride Big Red a lot with them. The Cartersville, GA HOGS are great people. I have never had one negative remark about my Spyder. Some have ridden it, virtually all have asked intelligent, probing questions and all continue to be friends, even the dealership manager.
Like most Spyder owners, I get questions all the time while at ther pump. Maybe four morons have been almost hostile, including one Spyder jerk. I went over to say hello and he ignored me. So, I said "hi, I've got a Spyder and just wanted to say hello." "Get the hell away from me, I just want to be left alone and buy gas!" After saying something about his being stupid and born in a litter of puppies, I walked away and shook my head.
So, the Q remains, why did the HD dude go to the trouble to sign on and then write the unusual post. His Q is somewhat similar to the one we get a lot "How/why do you like it?" My standard response has become "I really love this bike and if I didn't, I wouldn't be riding it.":firstplace:
Tuck:yes:
After 3 back operations and lots of arthritis and a right shoulder and hip falling apart, I decided I needed a trike instead of a HD Road Glide, Dynx FXDX, Helix scooter and 4 other old Hondas. Sold all but the Helix and Honda Magna and Road Glide over a 6 month period. I was going to trike the RoadGlide, but HD and GW trikes, in my humble opinion, don't begin to have the handling qualities and some of the features of a Spyder and are more expensive. Why is that, you ask? Because they can!!!! One ride on my RT - yea, they let me ride a new shiny, out of the box, never molested Red RT - and I bought it. I'm a HOG through 2012, so I ride Big Red a lot with them. The Cartersville, GA HOGS are great people. I have never had one negative remark about my Spyder. Some have ridden it, virtually all have asked intelligent, probing questions and all continue to be friends, even the dealership manager.
Like most Spyder owners, I get questions all the time while at ther pump. Maybe four morons have been almost hostile, including one Spyder jerk. I went over to say hello and he ignored me. So, I said "hi, I've got a Spyder and just wanted to say hello." "Get the hell away from me, I just want to be left alone and buy gas!" After saying something about his being stupid and born in a litter of puppies, I walked away and shook my head.
So, the Q remains, why did the HD dude go to the trouble to sign on and then write the unusual post. His Q is somewhat similar to the one we get a lot "How/why do you like it?" My standard response has become "I really love this bike and if I didn't, I wouldn't be riding it.":firstplace:
Tuck:yes:
Bob Denman
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Wylie,
I just kind of figure (in my own funky little way!) that even if you're trying to look like a rebel; if you look just like everybody else who is trying to look like a rebel... It's just a another herd of sheep...
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arntufun
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dannymax
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Well, it does seem like an odd question.....WHY?
Why does anybody do anything....why is there air? :dontknow:
But to answer the question....I ride a Spyder cause I like 'em.....and I can....what other reasons could there be?. :2thumbs:
Probly the most common reason any folks do whatever it is that they do....cause they want to.
"There's an ass for every seat!" :lecturef_smilie:
Why does anybody do anything....why is there air? :dontknow:
But to answer the question....I ride a Spyder cause I like 'em.....and I can....what other reasons could there be?. :2thumbs:
Probly the most common reason any folks do whatever it is that they do....cause they want to.
"There's an ass for every seat!" :lecturef_smilie:
Mspiv
New member
I agree with Lamonster! I found no disrespect in this persons inquiry.
I ride a Goldwing and will till I no longer can, than I will Spyder.
My wife Rydes the Spyder. Before the Spyder she had never touched a throttle and honestly I do not think she could do the 2 wheel thing due to size, balance, and break/clutch/throttle coordination. She took to the Spyder instantly. It got her off the back of my bike, greatly increased her confidence, sence of controll and self esteem ( way cheaper than a shrink).
No handicaps or infirmaries here but if there were, what better avenue for wind In the face.
By the way, I have had HD riders cross parking lots to ask about handling and conering and speed. I have had them taking picture of it. I know several HOGs from VT who are intrigued and excited to know and see Lady Bronze on her Spyder.
Long story short, What ever one rides/Rydes, we do it for the same reasons, the same sensations and the same experience. WE ARE NO DIFFERENT.
ENJOY THE WIND AND THE SMELL
I ride a Goldwing and will till I no longer can, than I will Spyder.
My wife Rydes the Spyder. Before the Spyder she had never touched a throttle and honestly I do not think she could do the 2 wheel thing due to size, balance, and break/clutch/throttle coordination. She took to the Spyder instantly. It got her off the back of my bike, greatly increased her confidence, sence of controll and self esteem ( way cheaper than a shrink).
No handicaps or infirmaries here but if there were, what better avenue for wind In the face.
By the way, I have had HD riders cross parking lots to ask about handling and conering and speed. I have had them taking picture of it. I know several HOGs from VT who are intrigued and excited to know and see Lady Bronze on her Spyder.
Long story short, What ever one rides/Rydes, we do it for the same reasons, the same sensations and the same experience. WE ARE NO DIFFERENT.
ENJOY THE WIND AND THE SMELL
SpyderCop715
New member
It's a fun thing.
I got my 1st trail bike at 14 and rode every chance I got till I was 24. Owned a lot of different 2 wheelers and loved each one for there own reasons. For one reason or another I haven't been able to ride since I was 24, but now at 55 I have had my RTS for almost a year now and Love it. My wife and I just rode in the 13th annual Police memorial rally, where we rode with over 1500 bikes. Almost all Harley's, there were 4 spyders including ours. When we arrived we were put off to the side and figured, OK we are going to be put in the rear. To our surprise we were very well received with many people asking to sit on my RT to see how it felt. When the ride started we where directed to the Middle of the pack, we had a Police escort for the whole ride and only had one incident. As we were coming in for the first leg it had just rained and a 2 wheeler hit his front brake in a curve and went down. Luckily he wasn't hurt. My wife took 121 pictures and all I can say is we had a blast. We had no problem with weather and were treated very well by all involved. This is just one instance. Spyder riders get together all over the country and just ride, It's a fun thing!
One think about riding a 2 wheeler. Have you ever been riding and daydreaming and just had a brain fart and forget to lean in a curve, ever hit a slick spot and hit the ground, ever pull up to a red light and forget to put your foot down and then embarassingly try to pick the bike back up. There are many reasons why we ride spyders, but I always come back to my main reason. It's a fun thing! As you said one day you will probably own one and when you do then you will know why we ride them.
I got my 1st trail bike at 14 and rode every chance I got till I was 24. Owned a lot of different 2 wheelers and loved each one for there own reasons. For one reason or another I haven't been able to ride since I was 24, but now at 55 I have had my RTS for almost a year now and Love it. My wife and I just rode in the 13th annual Police memorial rally, where we rode with over 1500 bikes. Almost all Harley's, there were 4 spyders including ours. When we arrived we were put off to the side and figured, OK we are going to be put in the rear. To our surprise we were very well received with many people asking to sit on my RT to see how it felt. When the ride started we where directed to the Middle of the pack, we had a Police escort for the whole ride and only had one incident. As we were coming in for the first leg it had just rained and a 2 wheeler hit his front brake in a curve and went down. Luckily he wasn't hurt. My wife took 121 pictures and all I can say is we had a blast. We had no problem with weather and were treated very well by all involved. This is just one instance. Spyder riders get together all over the country and just ride, It's a fun thing!
One think about riding a 2 wheeler. Have you ever been riding and daydreaming and just had a brain fart and forget to lean in a curve, ever hit a slick spot and hit the ground, ever pull up to a red light and forget to put your foot down and then embarassingly try to pick the bike back up. There are many reasons why we ride spyders, but I always come back to my main reason. It's a fun thing! As you said one day you will probably own one and when you do then you will know why we ride them.
FANG
New member
First of all I will say thanks for your question and interest - but what people ride is personal. I had never ridden 2 wheelers when I was younger as parent wouldn't allow and then after I left home - married, kids and all never could afford it. So when the time came to beable to persue my dream of riding the open road I was 56 yrs old - loaded with arthritis and other medical problems. I went in search of the perfect motorcycle and while I was looking I checked out all different makes and models and one thing I noted was that for the most part Harleys were way more expensive than some comparable rides of other models. I finally had decided on a Honda 1800 not a Goldwing but with bags and other extras. Had taken the wife for the search and while I looked at the 2 wheels, the salesman guided her to the Spyder - it was new May 2008. I found my dream ride in the Honda but the wife said if you wnat me to ride with you we will consider this. I went home an researched it and then bought it a month later. We both got our Motorcycle Endorsements before we made the purchase (on 2 wheels). I will say that it is a great ride I would not want anything different. It was my choice; as Harley is yours. I say if you want to know what Spyder Owners feel they try one take a Demo ryde. But we are all different and I woulld say each to his own - just enjoy your ride!!
Bob Denman
New member
Better than the Boa Ski?? :shocked:
qasamm
New member
I ride on 3 for comfort. Comfort from knowing I will be seen better than on 2. Comfort from knowing I have added stability and safety- I can concentrate on enjoying the ride, not constantly looking for hazards that would put 2 wheels down (gravel, wet spots, slicks, etc.).
Comfort of knowing my family is not as worried every time I hit the road. Comfort of knowing I have somewhere to put things when I'm out. Comfort of knowing someone will not simply roll away my ride.
Yep, I have 2 wheels and always have but don't enjoy it the same way I do on 3.
Comfort of knowing my family is not as worried every time I hit the road. Comfort of knowing I have somewhere to put things when I'm out. Comfort of knowing someone will not simply roll away my ride.
Yep, I have 2 wheels and always have but don't enjoy it the same way I do on 3.
daveinva
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37 years old, best shape of my life nojoke, happy as can be atop my Spyder.
I can ride two wheels. I *want* some other bikes as soon as I have the disposable income to buy them. I want a cafe racer, I want a sport bike, I want an adventure bike in my garage. Some days are vanilla, some days are chocolate, whatever we choose, it's all ice cream.
But my commuting/touring ride will still be the Spyder. Too much practicality, too much relative safety, too many smiles to give that up. These things are FUN, they just get in your blood.
I can ride two wheels. I *want* some other bikes as soon as I have the disposable income to buy them. I want a cafe racer, I want a sport bike, I want an adventure bike in my garage. Some days are vanilla, some days are chocolate, whatever we choose, it's all ice cream.
But my commuting/touring ride will still be the Spyder. Too much practicality, too much relative safety, too many smiles to give that up. These things are FUN, they just get in your blood.
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